1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Fiat Multipla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 390 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Multipla | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Multipla | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
